Apron
Name/Title
ApronEntry/Object ID
G2006.089Description
Fine black silk taffeta apron, all hand stitched. Large, fairly wide rounded shield shape with folded van dykes around the edge; attached to narrow waistband with two small pleats. Waistband extends around waist; closure gone. Black watered silk ribbon crudely attached to opposite side. No pockets. Lined with brown lining cambric. Unpicked diamond pattern indicates this was once quilted, perhaps used in a petticoat or even a cloak lining.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1860 - 1870Notes
User Age: Adult Gender: FemaleEthnography
Culture/Tribe
American